[New-York-News] Upcoming Tech Programs for August

[Chancey Fleet]

*News from Your Andrew Heiskell Tech Team *

Our community has been exploring the wide world of accessible technology
and culture from home, whether that’s in New York City or the other side of
the world. Notable recent workshops have included DIY tactile drawing
sessions, a virtual accessible fitness fair, and a 12-week introduction to
the JAWS screen reader. Our staff and volunteers are dedicated to bringing
our community together for learning and fellowship in a virtual space that
is welcoming, fun and inclusive. Want to get involved? Read below to see
what we offer, then email chanceyfleet at nypl.org or call (212) 206-5400,
extension 3, to start your learning journey.


*Accessibility *

Our team is committed to equity of access for everyone. For all group
workshops, you may join using Zoom via computer, smartphone or tablet, or
you can dial in by phone. One-to-one coaching is available by phone, Zoom
or Google Meet: your choice. Our group workshops always feature
auto-captions, but if you need an interpreter or captions to participate in
coaching or workshops, please email chanceyfleet at nypl.org at least two
weeks before the event and we will arrange that access.


*One-to-One Coaching*

We are here to help you achieve your tech goal! Are you learning the
iPhone, improving your typing, or exploring the web with a screen reader?
We will be happy to match you with a tech coach to work on achieving that
goal.


*Read Wherever You Are *

Our BARD collection offers instant access to all of our Braille and talking
books using a computer, smartphone, tablet or accessible device. Our
members also have free access to Bookshare, a library of over a million
titles which you can read on the web or your smartphone or tablet using
magnification, text-to-speech or Braille. Need the daily paper?
NFB-Newsline is also free and brings you access to local and national
publications from your computer, smartphone, tablet or even a land-line
phone. To get started, just call or email our tech team.


*Tech and Culture Workshops *

Join our vibrant community for free, interactive remote workshops every
week covering tech topics for beginners and seasoned users, book
discussions, a Braille study group and more. Below, you’ll find our
offerings for August: just use the link within each listing to register. To
receive a reminder about each upcoming workshop or find out about
additional pop-up offerings, email heiskelltech+subscribe at googlegroups.com
or contact our tech team to join our announcement list.


*Braille Study Group – Remote and In-person!*

Saturdays, 10:30 – 12:30 AM in person, 11:30 AM - 12:30 PM on Zoom

We welcome learners at all levels! Bring your questions, get support for
your learning goals and find out how to learn Braille for free from home.

To join in person, please email ChanceyFleet at nypl.org or call (212)
206-5400, extension 3.

Or attend on Zoom:

https://nypl.zoom.us/j/81824972219?pwd=NDZ3UGR1S3FrSGhsRGN0T2pxVFZjZz09
iOS Tips, Tricks and Apps

Wednesday August 11, 5 – 6:30 PM

Learn how to customize your iPhone. We’ll go over often-overlooked settings
such as changing your screen lock timer, locking your orientation, changing
your ring-tone and fine-tuning your notifications. We’ll also include time
for patrons to share their latest favorite apps.

https://nypl.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZwtduuhrT0tG93LDUYX8fGJxFZXNHhdAcFh
Exploring NVDA Add-ons

Tuesday August 17, 2 – 3:30 PM

Find out how to make NVDA, the free screen reader for Windows, even more
powerful. Add-ons can make text selection easier, enhance the information
you get about formatting, and much more.

https://nypl.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZcvdOCsrjooHdMP4UbDOzrb3yMMsgVdeAwQ

In-Person Braille Games

Saturday August 21, 1:30 – 3 PM

Join our staff and volunteers to play Braille and tactile games including
cards, Uno, Scrabble and chess. This event is in person at our library.
Please email chanceyfleet at Nypl.org or call (212) 206-5400, extension 3, to
register.
Intro to LinkedIn with Accessibility in Mind

              Tuesday August 24, 2 – 4 PM

Join us to learn about this professional social network. We’ll go over
showcasing your skills and experience, connecting with colleagues,
searching for opportunities and sending messages. At the end of this
session, we’ll have half an hour of speed networking so that job-seekers
and those with opportunities to share can introduce themselves and get
connected.

https://nypl.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZcvfuqhrT0sHdWoSN4zGxLy-K8SgKzpXs01





-- 
Chancey S. Fleet
Assistive Technology Coordinator
Andrew Heiskell Braille and Talking Book Library
(212) 621-0627
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